2009 Lexus SC 430 Owners Manual - Page 81

1-7. Safety information Child restraint system A child restraint system for a small child or baby must itself be properly restrained on the seat with the lap portion of the lap/shoulder belt. The laws of all 50 states of the U.S.A. and Canada now require the use of child restraint system. Points to remember Studies have shown that installing a child restraint system on a rear seat is much safer than installing one to the front passenger seat. l Choose a child restraint system that suits your vehicle and is appropriate to the age and size of the child. For installation details, follow the instructions provided with the child restraint system when installing it. General installation instructions are provided in this manual. (→P.88) l Types of child restraint system Child restraint systems are classified into the following three types according to the age and size of the child. Rear facing ⎯ Infant seat/convertible seat 82